Chauhan Ale & Masala House


Namaste and Nashville collide at celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan’s Gulch eatery that showcases inventive Indian fusion on a global scale. Typical Desi fare meets Mexican, Canadian, British and American Southern influences. Dishes such as chili paneer bhurjee relleno, tandoori chicken poutine and a tiffin-inspired meat-and-three pair gorgeously with Indian spice-infused microbrews and creative cocktails.

Plush, patterned textiles plus rich wood and metal accents create a dark but warm ambiance, and a montage of Bollywood flicks projected onto the exposed brick walls provides fodder for conversation over shareable bites and appetizers. The menu changes seasonally. Valet parking is free.


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